Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Laguna Beach

70 restaurants available nearby

1. Skyloft OC

4.6

Exceptional(893)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 17 times today

Skyloft is located in downtown Laguna Beach. The diverse menu offerings a balance of seafood, steaks, salads, sandwiches and Specialty Smokehouse BBQ items. Skyloft also boasts an open-air rooftop dining area, highlighting an exclusive and coveted view of Laguna Beach"s main beach. In addition, we offer live entertainment Wednesday - Sunday! PLEASE NOTE: SEATING AREA IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITYReservations will guarantee a table in our restaurant, but NO SPECIFIC AREA will be guaranteed with a reservation. Please expect an additional wait for Rooftop Seating, Live Music, and other high demand areas. To book a Private Event or guarantee a specific table, a deposit will be required in addition to a food and beverage minimum, please contact our events coordinator at 949.715.7107 for pricing. Complimentary Transportation available! 5pm and later, within Laguna Beach or a 5-10 mile radius depending on group size). For customers w/ dinner reservations only - call to schedule.

2. 230 Forest Avenue

4.9

Exceptional(2825)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 23 times today

Don't be fooled by the crowds and the noise; they are all part of the scene here at Laguna Beach's sexy and intense 230 Forest Avenue. The lean deep room seduces you to the open kitchen, bustling bar, and concrete floors, creating a space that is part modern bistro, part martini bar, and part art gallery. It's the perfect spot to see and be seen, laid back Laguna-style. Executive Chef Marc Cohen is consistently recognized as one of The OC's top chefs. You'll be ready to award him a medal, too, after tasting his flashy-to-the-eye, tickle-the-taste- buds fusion appetizers and entrees. His dishes are often so stunning that they compete with the artwork on the walls, making for a thoroughly satisfying "artistic" experience.

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3. C'est La Vie Restaurant and Bakery

3.6

Very Good(179)

Price: Expensive

• French • Laguna Beach

Booked 2 times today

Established in 1982C'est la Vie Restaurant and Bakeryoffers patrons a truly unique dining experience Centrally located on Pacific Coast Highway in the heart of Laguna Beach, our California French Cuisine is just feets from the Pacific Ocean . Locals and visitors alike are drawn to the ambiance and relaxed atmosphere of our indoor bistro and are delighted to discover the best outdoor patio dining in Orange County. To complete the evening, try one of our house-made desserts with a glass of 10-year-old tawny port. C'est La Vie invites you to dine with us for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends or family!Merci et Bon AppetitAntonio Mecheri (Restaurateur)

4. Lumberyard

4.7

Exceptional(3233)

Price: Moderate

• American • Laguna Beach

Booked 16 times today

In 1912, at the bend of Forest Avenue, 23 year old Joe Jahraus opened the Laguna Lumber Company, he and his father(cigar maker, first postmaster and real estate agent) built the beautiful French Normandy building that is here today. Prior to the lumberyard opening, building supplies needed to be dragged in by mule or floated in on the tides, and therefore, Laguna Beach had less than three hundred permanent residences. After the lumberyard opened, the area began to grow at unprecedented rates, transforming it from a tent town into a thriving city. Laguna Lumber operated for seventy three years, sixty two of them in this location and its' architecture, influenced by Joe's tour abroad in World War I, is one of the most significant influences on the town's aesthetic. Half timbers, mud walls and shingled roofs grace many of the downtown storefronts and homes throughout the city because of this landmark. Today, 384 Forest is home to Lumberyard - a contemporary American restaurant.

5. Tango

4.5

Awesome(62)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Laguna Beach

Booked 4 times today

Tango Laguna embarks on a culinary voyage blending global flavors with local dedication. Our menu boasts tapas, sandwiches, and main courses meticulously prepared with care and precision. Each dish, influenced by worldwide inspirations, is paired thoughtfully with wines and cocktails, complemented by bites enhancing the dining experience.Featuring premium meats, artisan cheeses, and fusion small plates sourced globally, our commitment to quality defines every meal, offering a unique culinary journey exclusive to Tango in Laguna Beach, CA.Join us for weekend brunch, a delightful twist on classic favorites paired with cocktails in a coastal ambiance. Wednesdays bring the International Wine Experience, presenting a curated wine selection paired with small plates celebrating diverse culinary traditions, transporting your palate worldwide from Laguna Beach.

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6. Brussels Bistro - Laguna Beach

4.7

Exceptional(1276)

Price: Moderate

• Belgian • Laguna Beach

Booked 16 times today

Since 2004, Brussels Bistro has brought the best in Belgium flavors to the heart of Laguna Beach. Relax on the terrace with a premium Belgian beer or dine underground in our casual-urban setting. Offering Belgian cuisine with a French flair, our Executive Chef, Thomas Crijns has created a superb menu of authentic dishes ranging from Beef Bourguignon to Steamed Mussels. Complimenting our wide variety of imported Belgian beers are mouthwatering hors d’oeuvres including Cheese Croquettes and our world-famous Belgian Fries. Join us on Friday and Saturday nights when the Bistro transforms into one of the hottest nightclubs in town.

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7. Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

4.5

Awesome(1559)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Laguna Beach

Booked 20 times today

Bustling pizzeria just steps from the beach that serves thin-crust pies & pasta amid a rustic dining room.NOTE: This is not affiliated with Cucina Alessa in Newport Beach or Huntington Beach.

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8. Salerno by Chef Pirozzi

4.6

Exceptional(943)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Laguna Beach

Booked 1 time today

Salerno by Chef Pirozzi serves authentic italian cuisine, owned and operated by Certified Italian Chef Alessandro Pirozzi. It's menu consists of freshly homemade pastas such as Fettucini Alfredo, Black Ink Spaghetti & Clams, and Mamma's Meatballs, as well as authentic piattis Veal Parmigiana and Chilean Seabass.Salerno by Chef Pirozzi serves a variety of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages to complement each meal. This includes a wide selection of beers, wines, and now proudly offering a full bar! It is open during the dinner hour daily except Monday.

9. Las Brisas

4.3

Awesome(12096)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Laguna Beach

Booked 80 times today

With world-class hospitality and a chef-curated menu, Las Brisas delivers classic Southern California cuisine and stunning ocean views Enjoy the panoramic view of Laguna Beach's coastline in our elegant dining rooms or relaxing outdoor patio, and you're bound to discover the magic of Las Brisas.

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10. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8

Exceptional(10393)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Newport Beach

Booked 69 times today

Voted as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" for 2023 by OpenTable in the United StatesThe Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides "world class" ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. Situated on the sandy beach, The Beachcomber's outdoor patio provides the perfect spot to enjoy the ocean's breeze while sipping on your favorite cocktail or enjoying one of the many favorite entrees and appetizers. The Beachcomber's outdoor tropical bar 'The Bootlegger' with thatch roofing provides the perfect spot to escape from the world while enjoying one of many tropical libations.

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Liannevip
New York City •102 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Two Thirty Forest is always terrific! The food, the service, the ambience all of it! We’ve been going there for over 20 years! We’ve never been disappointed
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230 Forest AvenuePrice: Moderate• Californian• Laguna Beach
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4.9
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Lorettavip
Orange County •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Customer service and food was excellent and the outdoor view
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Skyloft OCPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
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4.6
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Sylviavip
Orange County •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always go to for a lunch, drinks or dinner! You can never go wrong here
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LumberyardPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Beach
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4.7
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Nancyvip
Los Angeles •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Had a wonderful dinner last Friday with friends. I had not been before, but will certainly go back again and again.
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TangoPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Laguna Beach
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4.5
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Blondievip
San Francisco Bay Area •33 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
We dined on the patio & enjoyed a lovely sunset. My husband’s bouillabaisse was great, very large portion. I had the seafood tower, also good portion for (2). The fried Calamari was good, but for some reason much of the rest didn’t seem as fresh to me. Pastry/bakery is great. Our waiter was excellent. The restaurant needs a refresh inside.
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C'est La Vie Restaurant and BakeryPrice: Expensive• French• Laguna Beach
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3.6

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70 restaurants available nearby

1. Skyloft OC

2. 230 Forest Avenue

3. C'est La Vie Restaurant and Bakery

4. Lumberyard

5. Tango

6. Brussels Bistro - Laguna Beach

7. Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

8. Salerno by Chef Pirozzi

9. Las Brisas

10. Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

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